Are they dating…or not? That’s the big question when it comes to Ariana Grandeand Big Sean this month — and all signs point to the former!

On Wednesday, for the first time, the “Problem” singer addressed the relationship rumors for the first time, and while she wasn’t very forthcoming, her shyness regarding the subject is only adding fuel to the fire.

“I mean, I guess…curiosity man, it’ll kill you,” the 21-year-old told Ryan Seacrest. “I don’t know what to say, Ryan. Why are you doing this to me? I’ll tell you. I’ll tell you when we’re not on the air. I trust you. I’ve known you for a long time. I don’t know about these millions of people listening in right now…”

While Ariana may be skeptical about flaunting her new relationship publicly, cameras caught her and the rapper holding hands backstage at the VMAs on Sunday. And, on Monday, Sean wrote his lady a sweet Instagram message regarding the release of her new album.